Taraweeh prayer and dua of taraweeh!

What is taraweeh prayer?

A Step-by-Step Guide to Perform Taraweeh Prayer and Dua of Taraweeh in Ramadan 

The beauty of Ramadan lies in fasting,Allah’s mercy, Quran recitation, and Taraweeh prayer. The month of Ramadan recharges and resets us spiritually and builds our deep connection with Allah and His people. 

Subhan Allah! Those who cherish this month of mercy to the fullest and spend each day of the month pleasing Allah and helping His creation are truly fortunate. 

One of the most significant forms of worship during Ramadan is performing the Taraweeh prayer, which is performed every night after Isha’s prayer.  

Allah (SWT) is the most merciful. He has given us the opportunity to foster a strong relationship with Him in the form of Taraweeh. Taraweeh prayer acts as a medium of connection between us and Allah, in which we stand before him and show our obedience toward his will and divinity.  

While the powerful Taraweeh dua helps us convey our devotion and love toward Allah, the forgiving. In this article, we will explore the power and significance of the Dua of Taraweeh, as well as a step-by-step guide to performing the Taraweeh prayer.

Taraweeh prayer / Dua in taraweeh prayer 

The Power of Dua during Taraweeh Prayer 

Before we dive into the step-by-step guide to performing Taraweeh prayer, let’s first understand the significance of the Dua of Taraweeh and the benefits of Taraweeh prayer during Ramadan. 

Dua holds great power within itself. How merciful Allah is!  

He gets pleased when you make dua, when you stand before Him, and when you tell Him your needs, your sorrow, your happiness, and your wishes. 

Even the closest person gets irritated when we continuously ask for help, but the king of the world does not get offended on asking for help in the form of Dua. He loves listening to our desires. 

Allah said in the Holy Quran: Surah Ghafir, verse 60:  

And your Lord has said: 

“Invoke Me and I will respond to you”. 

And  

When My servants ask you ˹O Prophet˺ About Me: I am truly near. I respond to one’s prayer when they call upon Me. So let them respond ˹with obedience˺ to Me and believe in Me, perhaps they will be guided ˹to the Right Way˺. 

 (Al-Quran: Surah Baqarah, verse 186) 

The significance and power of dua have also been highlighted by our beloved prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) in his life. Abu Hurairah narrated that: 

The Prophet said: 

 “There is nothing more honorable with Allah [Most High] than supplication.” 

 (Jami` at-Tirmidhi 3370) 

Narrated Salman Al-Faris: The Prophet (ﷺ) said:  

Your Lord is munificent and generous, and is ashamed to turn away empty the hands of His servant when he raises them to Him. 

(Sunan Abi Dawud 1488) 

Narrated by An-Nu’man ibn Bashir 

The Prophet (ﷺ) said: Supplication (du’a’) is itself the worship. 

(He then recited:) “And your Lord said: Call on Me, I will answer you”  

(Sunan Abi Dawud 1479)

What is the dua of Taraweeh in Arabic? 

سُبْحَانَ ذِی الْمُلْکِ وَالْمَلَکُوْتِ ط سُبْحَانَ ذِی الْعِزَّةِ وَالْعَظَمَةِ وَالْهَيْبَةِ وَالْقُدْرَةِ وَالْکِبْرِيَآئِ وَالْجَبَرُوْتِ ط سُبْحَانَ الْمَلِکِ الْحَيِ الَّذِی لَا يَنَامُ وَلَا يَمُوْتُ سُبُّوحٌ قُدُّوْسٌ رَبُّنَا وَرَبُّ الْمَلَائِکَةِ وَالرُّوْحِ ط اَللّٰهُمَّ اَجِرْنَا مِنَ النَّارِ يَا مُجِيْرُ يَا مُجِيْرُ يَا مُجِيْر۔ 

Taraweeh dua Transliteration 

“Subhana dhil Mulki wal Malakuti, Subhana dhil izzati wal aDhmati wal haybati wal Qudrati, wal kibriyaa’i wal jabaroot Subhanal Malikil hayyil ladhi, la yunaamu wa layamut, Subbuhun Quddusun Rabbul malaa’ikati war-ruh. Allahumma ajirna minan-naar Ya Mujiru ya Mujiru ya Mujiru. 

Taraweeh dua meaning in English  

“Glory be to the Possessor of the Kingdom and the Dominion, Glory be to the Possessor of Might, Majesty, Awe, and Power, and to the Possessor of Greatness and Omnipotence. Glory be to the Living King who never sleeps or dies, the Holy and Pure, Lord of the angels and the spirit. O Allah, save us from the fire. O protector, O protector, O protector.” 

How Taraweeh dua is recited during the Taraweeh prayer! 

Taraweeh dua is recited after completing four rakat of Taraweeh prayer. It is a supplication praising Allah’s attributes and asking for Allah’s protection, Allah’s help, mercy, and forgiveness.  

Taraweeh dua is not compulsory. It is optional. One can recite it for asking Allah’s help and building a connection with Him. However, it is wrong to say that the dua of Taraweeh is compulsory or sunnah.   

Allah is merciful; He waits for His servant to come to Him and asks for His kindness and repentance in order to forgive them. When you take one small step toward Him, He takes ten big steps toward you. Ramadan and Taraweeh are the blessings of Allah for all Muslims around the world.  

The importance of memorizing the Dua of Taraweeh 

Dua is a medium of connecting with Allah (SWT) and conversing with Him. The world of the king even listens to the supplication of the people that can not speak or express their sorrow. But He loves listening to our supplication, as it is the form of showing our gratitude toward Him, our love for Him, and His blessings. 

It is not compulsory to memorize any specific dua of Taraweeh. One can make supplication in any language or with every word. However, memorizing the dua of Taraweeh can help you recite it without looking at a book or a written version, thereby improving your concentration and focus on the prayer itself. 

There are numerous memorizing techniques mainly used in our Quran Hifz courses to help you memorize the Holy Quran or any Arabic supplication.

What is Taraweeh ? 

Taraweeh or tarawih is an Arabic word meaning rest and relaxation. It is a special sunnah prayer for Ramadan and is performed at the night after the Isha prayer.  

The time of the Taraweeh prayer begins after the Isha prayer and last before fajr prayer time. It is a highly recommended sunnah that possesses huge importance and is prayed worldwide by Muslims on every night of the blessed month.  

In the guidance of Hadith, Muslims believe that praying Taraweeh throughout the entire month of Ramadan will make them applicable to earning Allah’s reward and mercy.  

Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported: 

The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said, “He who observes optional prayer (Tarawih prayers) throughout Ramadan, out of the sincerity of Faith and in the hope of earning reward will have his past sins pardoned.” 

How to pray Taraweeh?  

Make the intention: Making an intention for Taraweeh is the most important step in performing Tarawih. Make the intention in your heart that you are performing this prayer for the sake of Allah to seek His blessings and forgiveness. 

Perform Wudu: Perform ablution in the same way you do it for other prayers. Remember to recite Bismillah before performing wudu. Put your all focus toward performing ablution because it is not just a compulsory act before performing salat but also an act of worship.  

Make sure your clothes are clean and covered. Choose a place that is clean and silent for performing the Taraweeh prayer.

Steps to Perform Taraweeh prayer 

Make the Takbiratul Ihram: Raise your hands to begin the prayer and say “Allahu Akbar” (Takbiratul Ihram).  

Recite Surah Al-Fatihah: Recite Surah Al-Fatihah, After the Takbiratul Ihram. It is a mandatory part of every prayer.  

Recite Surahs from the Quran: After reciting Surah Al-Fatihah, recite any surah or portion of the Holy Quran. The first rakat should be more lengthy than the second one.  

Perform Ruku and Sujood: Perform ruku and stand back, and recite the tasbeeh as recited in other prayers. Now gradually go down to perform prostration-sujood.  

Repeat the process for the 2nd rakat. After performing the 2nd rakat, sit back and recite tashahud, durood, and dua as you perform in other prayers. 

Recite Taraweeh Dua: After completing 4 rakat, make Dua (supplication) to Allah for forgiveness, blessings, and guidance. 

Repeat steps: Repeat steps for the remaining rak’ahs until you complete all the Taraweeh prayers. 

Concluding the prayer: Once you have completed all the Rak’ahs, end the night with witr prayer 

Tips for Making the Most out of Taraweeh Prayer 

Focusing on the meaning of the Quran 

The true essence of the Quran and Tarawih can only be achieved by focusing on the meaning of the Quran while reciting the verses in the Taraweeh prayer. Keep your all focus on the words you are reciting and imagine you are standing before the world’s king that can grant your wish and love you more than anyone. 

Recite the Holy Quran with perfect tajweed and pronunciation. Do not hurry to complete the prayer. Holy Quran is the writing of Almighty Allah. It contains the guidance, love, and orders of Allah for His people. Pay deep attention and respect to the Holy book. 

Holy Quran is most beloved by Allah. Those who respect the Holy Quran, learn to recite Quran, and memorize Quran it will be greatly rewarded by Allah SWT in the world and hereafter. It is our duty to learn the Holy Quran with perfect tajweed. 

Paying attention to the Dua 

Pay attention to dua e Taraweeh, focus on its meaning rather than just reciting it orally. Dua or supplication is a form of worship. The best technique to focus on dua is to memorize the dua for Taraweeh rather than reading it in a book or on your cell phone. Memorize the translation too. This will improve your concentration and attention. 

Du’a or Tasbeeh of Taraweeh is not compulsory nor sunnah. It is just a recommended dua by Islamic scholars such as Allamah Ibn Abidin al-Shami and others.  

It is permissible to recite tasbeeh of Taraweeh, however, regarding it as sunnah or compulsory is a form of bid’ah. You can recite any dua or make supplication.  

Staying present during the prayer 

Staying present during the prayer is an integral part of Taraweeh’s prayer. Prepare your mind and body before offering the prayer. Prepare your mind by thinking about the blessing of Allah, His mercy, His love for you, the importance of Taraweeh prayer, and the reward Almighty Allah has promised for praying Taraweeh. 

Remember that you are standing before your creator, Al Ghafur, Ar Rehman. Don’t let worldly thoughts occupy your mind while praying Taraweeh or any other prayer. 

Conclusion 

Taraweeh is a sunnah prayer that holds great importance in Islam. It is one of the greatest acts of worship in Ramadan that shouldn’t be missed or undervalued. Taraweeh salah is not an obligatory prayer but is highly important to perform after the isha prayer.  

it is Sunnah mu’akkadah that builds your connection with Almighty Allah and helps you get His forgiveness for the previous sin. Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) has also recommended us to pray Taraweeh on the night of Ramadan.  

Dua for Taraweeh is not obligatory and Sunnah. It is optional. One can make any dua after Taraweeh. However, Tasbeeh Taraweeh is recommended by an Islamic scholar. It has a great meaning that helps us praise Allah’s attributes, and ask for His forgiveness, help, and protection.  

Ramadan comes after a year-long wait for only a few days. It’s up to you how you spend these blessed days of Ramadan. Spend these days most beautifully. 

FAQs 

How many rakats for taraweeh? 

Taraweeh is usually performed as 20 rakats, but some Muslims perform it as 8 or 12 rakats.  

Is taraweeh mandatory? 

No, taraweeh is not mandatory, but it is highly recommended. It is a voluntary prayer performed in the month of ramadan. 

How to pray taraweeh at home? 

To pray taraweeh at home, one can follow the same procedure as in the mosque or mentioned above. It is recommended to start with two rakats of sunnah prayer, followed by 20 rakats of taraweeh prayer.  

Dua after taraweeh/ dua after 4 rakat taraweeh/ dua between taraweeh? 

“Subhana dhil Mulki wal Malakuti, Subhana dhil izzati wal aDhmati wal haybati wal Qudrati, wal kibriyaa’i wal jabaroot Subhanal Malikil hayyil ladhi, la yunaamu wa layamut, Subbuhun Quddusun Rabbul malaa’ikati war-ruh. Allahumma ajirna minan-naar Ya Mujiru ya Mujiru ya Mujiru. 

Taraweeh dua in English? 

“Glory be to the Possessor of the Kingdom and the Dominion, Glory be to the Possessor of Might, Majesty, Awe, and Power, and to the Possessor of Greatness and Omnipotence. Glory be to the Living King who never sleeps or dies, the Holy and Pure, Lord of the angels and the spirit. O Allah, save us from the fire. O protector, O protector, O protector.” 

Is taraweeh Sunnah or nafl? 

Taraweeh is considered a Sunnah prayer, which means it is a voluntary prayer that was performed by Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) during Ramadan. 

When is Taraweeh prayer/ when is taraweeh prayed? 

Taraweeh prayer is performed after Isha prayer during the month of Ramadan. It can be performed any time after Isha prayer until the time for Fajr prayer begins. 

Can you pray taraweeh alone / is taraweeh compulsory? 

Taraweeh can be performed alone or in a group. It is not compulsory, but it is highly recommended and Sunnah mu’akkadah. 

Did the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) pray taraweeh? 

Yes, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) performed taraweeh prayer during Ramadan. He would lead the prayer in the mosque with his companions. 

Taraweeh and tahajjud? 

Taraweeh and tahajjud are both voluntary prayers that are performed at night. The difference between the two is that taraweeh is performed during the month of Ramadan after Isha prayer, while tahajjud can be performed any time after Isha prayer until the time for Fajr prayer begins.